1. It was a real sad news to learn of the demise of Lt Col VK Khorana. It was a personal loss to me as Lt Col VK Khorana (then Cpl), in 1958, taught us 1st termers(19th NDA) at NDA the values we should imbibe during our training there. Hence his guidance enabled us to take our first correct steps in the Academy & I for one will always remain indebted to him for this.
2. Later too I chanced to meet him in Mhow & found him valuing the pluses of life even though he was passing through a very difficult time health wise. He was a true senior & an organisational officer, whose traits must have enabled many to prosper in their careers. For me he was an Icon in the true sense.
3. In his passing away the Services fraternity has lost an able member & his loss will be felt. My wife joins me in offering our heartfelt condolences to Mrs Rita Khorana & the family. It is also our prayer to the Almighty that HE bless the departed soul with eternal peace & give the family strength & fortitude to bear the immense loss.
With Regards,
Sincerely,
Inderjit Kashyap
Maj Gen (Retd)
